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History was made at the 2015 Belmont Stakes when American Pharoah won the Triple Crown, the first since Affirmed in 1978. As magnificent as the champion is, the team behind him has been all too human while on the road to immortality.
Written by an award-winning The New York Times sportswriter, American Pharoah is the definitive account not only of how the ethereal colt won the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes, but how he changed lives.
Through extensive interviews, Drape explores the making of an exceptional racehorse, chronicling key events en route to history. Covering everything from the flamboyant owner's successful track record, the jockey's earlier heartbreaking losses, and the Hall of Fame trainer's intensity, Drape paints a stirring portrait of a horse for the ages and the people around him.
Download PDF American Pharoah The Untold Story of the Triple Crown Winner Legendary Rise Audible Audio Edition Joe Drape Aaron Abano Hachette Audio Books
"When a writer starts with a great story, it's kind of hard to ruin it. Well, Joe Drape did a real good job with this Triple Crown story. I thoroughly enjoyed reliving the journey of American Pharaoh in 2014-2015. Super heroes take many forms, and an equine one is especially identifiable. This story delves into the trainer, the jockey, the owner, and the sport. However, the center of the story is the accomplishments of AP. Everyone is humbled by this great horse. The saddest part is predictably the last race of his career at the Breeder's Cup. It is in this race where AP cements his legacy as the greatest horse since Secretariat. It is also his swan song, and in a matter of days after his victory, he is whisked off to begin his new life as a stallion. For all of the central characters in this story, it was time to say good bye to the greatest horse that had ever entered their life."
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American Pharoah The Untold Story of the Triple Crown Winner Legendary Rise Audible Audio Edition Joe Drape Aaron Abano Hachette Audio Books Reviews :
American Pharoah The Untold Story of the Triple Crown Winner Legendary Rise Audible Audio Edition Joe Drape Aaron Abano Hachette Audio Books Reviews
- This is one of the best books we have read on horse racing, and we have many. the story of American Pharoah is a real testament to an absolute great racehorse who will go down in history as one of the greatest ever after winning the Triple Crown after 37 years and then taking the Breeders Cup Classic to finalise an amazing career. He is now at Ashford Stud in Lexington, Kentucky. Wish he could have come to Ascot, England.
- Ever since I saw Secretariat as a young man, I have waited for another great thoroughbred to be the other bookend in my life as a horse racing fan. American Pharoah is finally the one! There are a lot of very interesting facts that I did not know about the horse, trainer Bob Baffert, and jockey Victor Espinoza that make this story quite compelling. I recommend it to all sports fans or anyone who longs for an uplifting tale of triumph.
- I had followed American Pharoah since his 2 year old year, so I know the whole story, so I wasn't sure how much I would like the book. I LOVED it! Great account of the Champ's march to the Triple Crown. Great insights from Bafferts and the other folks behind the scenes. Really enjoyable. I recommend it not just for those who love horses, but for anyone who appreciates a great sports story. A great job by Joe Drape.
- Being the great horse he is, American Pharoah is certainly deserving of a book about him. However, this book fell a bit short of giving him the glory he deserves in my opinion. There was way too much personal information (often with a negative tone) about his owner, and not near enough detail about the horse himself, especially the races. The Breeders' Cup Classic is glossed over without even a play-by-play of the race which definitely should have been greatly expanded. I am happy I bought the book but would love to see a revised edition with more detail about his sweet, friendly personality and DETAILED accounts of the races - especially The Belmont and Breeders' Cup.
- Superbly written, thorough and complete story of American Pharoah's triple Crown trip. Loved every page about the horse and his people including his groom. A book to read and reread whether you are a racing fan or just a horse lover.
- As a lifelong horse owner and lover, and one who followed American Pharoah as he changed history, I thought I'd read every bit of information about AP. This book surprised me in how much I did not know. Thoroughly enjoyable read. Just loved it and highly recommend!
- When a writer starts with a great story, it's kind of hard to ruin it. Well, Joe Drape did a real good job with this Triple Crown story. I thoroughly enjoyed reliving the journey of American Pharaoh in 2014-2015. Super heroes take many forms, and an equine one is especially identifiable. This story delves into the trainer, the jockey, the owner, and the sport. However, the center of the story is the accomplishments of AP. Everyone is humbled by this great horse. The saddest part is predictably the last race of his career at the Breeder's Cup. It is in this race where AP cements his legacy as the greatest horse since Secretariat. It is also his swan song, and in a matter of days after his victory, he is whisked off to begin his new life as a stallion. For all of the central characters in this story, it was time to say good bye to the greatest horse that had ever entered their life.
- Really entertaining read even if you aren't a big racing fan. I bought as a gift for my mom who enjoyed it so much that I picked it up when she was done. Starts literally at conception of American Pharoah up to early 2016. Real sense of the people involved in the rise of this horse and of the horse himself. Great writing with a real personality.
